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Six pillars of dangerous goods transport 3

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Load restraint guide

Australian Dangerous Goods Code 7.3 When dangerous goods in packages are transported on a vehicle: a)they must be stowed and restrained within rigid sides or gates; and b)no dangerous article or package containing dangerous goods may protrude above the sides or gates by more than 30% of the height of the article or package; and c)no parts of an article or package may protrude horizontally beyond the sides or gates.

Where can I get more information? List of approved dangerous goods transport training providers is available from Australian Dangerous Goods Code 7.3 and Load Restraint Guide are available free from

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